13232-20241203102934 Jones

The Jones County Board of Supervisors has released a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) seeking engineering services for proposed FY 2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) project(s) in Mississippi. The engineering firm will be responsible for comprehensive project management, including preparing preliminary engineering reports, developing cost estimates, creating plans and specifications, managing bid documentation, conducting bid openings, executing construction contracts, performing pre-construction conferences, and providing ongoing construction inspection. Proposals must be submitted to the Board Attorney's office in Laurel, MS by 10:00 A.M. on January 3, 2025, with a selection process that evaluates submissions across three key criteria: Qualifications (40 points), Experience (40 points), and Capacity for Performance (20 points). The selected engineering firm will need to prepare detailed documentation for the CDBG application and be prepared to support the entire project lifecycle from initial planning through construction completion. The selection committee reserves the right to hold proposals for up to 30 days during the review process, and the final contract award is contingent upon CDBG funding and environmental condition clearance.

The county demonstrates a commitment to diverse business participation by encouraging submissions from Minority-owned Business Enterprises (MBEs), Woman-owned Business Enterprises (WBEs), and Section 3 eligible businesses. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated in the documentation, the contract will be awarded on a fixed price basis according to the established CDBG program fee scale. The procurement opportunity spans Jefferson Davis County, with a specific focus on community development infrastructure improvements. The RFQ does not indicate the presence of incumbent vendors or specify existing infrastructure requirements for integration. Potential respondents should be prepared to demonstrate comprehensive engineering capabilities, a track record of successful municipal project management, and the ability to navigate complex grant-funded community development initiatives. The project's ultimate success will depend on the selected firm's ability to effectively coordinate between county supervisors, funding agencies, and construction teams.